Internship Opportunities at the United Nations Office in Nairobi (UNON)
The United Nations Office in Nairobi (UNON) is inviting applications for several internship opportunities, offering an exceptional chance to gain hands-on experience in global development, environmental sustainability, human rights, and humanitarian work. These internships are perfect for students and recent graduates seeking exposure to international operations and fostering their professional growth in various fields.
Explore these exciting roles across multiple UN agencies, including UNEP, UN-Habitat, and UNODC. Each position provides a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful global initiatives and work with dedicated teams committed to making a difference.
Below are the details of the available internships:
1. Programme Support Intern
Job ID: 248995
Job Network: Management and Administration
Job Family: Administration
Category and Level: Internship, I-1
Duty Station: Nairobi
Department/Office: United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime
Date Posted: December 6, 2024
Deadline: December 21, 2024
Job Description:
As a Programme Support Intern, you will assist the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) with administrative tasks, project documentation, and operational support. Responsibilities include coordinating meetings, preparing reports, and supporting day-to-day programme management activities.
2. Communications Intern
Job ID: 248994
Job Network: Public Information and Conference Management
Job Family: Public Information
Category and Level: Internship, I-1
Duty Station: Nairobi
Department/Office: United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime
Date Posted: December 6, 2024
Deadline: December 21, 2024
Job Description:
As a Communications Intern, you will support the UNODC communications team in implementing public information strategies. Duties include drafting press releases, managing social media content, and creating multimedia materials to enhance organizational visibility.
3. Human Resource Intern
Job ID: 249000
Job Network: Management and Administration
Job Family: Human Resources
Category and Level: Internship, I-1
Duty Station: Nairobi
Department/Office: United Nations Office at Nairobi
Date Posted: December 6, 2024
Deadline: December 20, 2024
Job Description:
The Human Resource Intern will assist the HR team at UNON in recruitment processes, employee engagement activities, and maintaining personnel files. You will also contribute to HR policy reviews and updates.
4. Intern – Partnership Unit
Job ID: 248082
Job Network: Management and Administration
Job Family: Administration
Category and Level: Internship, I-1
Duty Station: Nairobi
Department/Office: United Nations Environment Programme
Date Posted: December 2, 2024
Deadline: December 15, 2024
Job Description:
As an Intern in the Partnership Unit at UNEP, you will provide support in building and maintaining strategic partnerships. This includes conducting research on potential partners, drafting partnership proposals, and assisting with events and campaigns.
5. Programme Support – Communications, Graphic & Visual Design Intern
Job ID: 248602
Job Network: Management and Administration
Job Family: Administration
Category and Level: Internship, I-1
Duty Station: Nairobi
Department/Office: United Nations Office at Nairobi
Date Posted: December 2, 2024
Deadline: December 16, 2024
Job Description:
This internship focuses on visual communication. As a Graphic & Visual Design Intern, you will design communication materials, including infographics, banners, and presentations, to support programme initiatives.
6. Intern – Climate Change and Urban Environment
Job ID: 248412
Job Network:
Job Family:
Category and Level: Internship, I-1
Duty Station: Nairobi
Department/Office: United Nations Human Settlements Programme
Date Posted: November 29, 2024
Deadline: December 13, 2024
Job Description:
The Intern in Climate Change and Urban Environment will contribute to research and projects focusing on climate-resilient urban development. Tasks include analyzing climate data, drafting reports, and supporting policy reviews.
7. Intern – Programme Coordination Support
Job ID: 248335
Job Network: Economic, Social, and Development
Job Family: Programme Management
Category and Level: Internship, I-1
Duty Station: Nairobi
Department/Office: United Nations Human Settlements Programme
Date Posted: November 29, 2024
Deadline: December 13, 2024
Job Description:
This role involves assisting with the coordination of various UN-Habitat programmes. Duties include tracking project timelines, preparing meeting materials, and supporting overall programme delivery.
